Out of School Club Assistant

St Augustine's of Canterbury RC Primary School, are seeking to recruit an Out of School Club Assistant who can provide a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for the children placed in the Out of School Clubs and can assist the Club Manager to create high quality play opportunities within a safe and caring environment. This role is for 6.25 hours per week: Monday to Friday 7:25am - 8:40am. The successful applicant should be experienced in working and caring for children, with strong communication and organisation skills, the ability to relate well to children and work as part as a team, and a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Main Duties and Responsibilities Your duties and responsibilities will include: OUT OF SCHOOL CLUBS

• To supervise and interact with children undertaking planned activities
• To support children in areas of personal hygiene, such as toileting and changing nappies, washing and changing, supporting and encouraging toilet training and good personal hygiene skills and routines
• To assist in the development of independent social skills
• To report a child's problems/achievements to the Club Manager/parents as necessary
• To assist the children in the proper use of specialist aids and equipment
• To assist in the supervision of integrated therapy for an individual/small group of children
• To accompany children on educational visits
• To administer basic/paediatric first aid where appropriately trained
• To assist in the specific medical/care needs of pupils when specific training has been undertaken
• To undertake duties such as preparing snacks, cleaning Club room and toys, tidying up, etc
• To assist with maintenance of Club equipment, ensuring it is kept in a clean and tidy condition and reporting damages
• To undertake photocopying and routine clerical duties
• To report child absence using the Club's procedures
• To communicate effectively with parents on a regular basis and report any information from parents as required
• To take care for their own and other people's health and safety
• To ensure confidentiality is maintained where appropriate
• To follow the safeguarding policies and procedures at all times
• To support children in an attachment and trauma sensitive way, understanding their experiences and barriers
• To ensure following all policies and procedures at all times
In addition, other duties at the same responsibility level may be interchanged with/added to this list at any time.